2017 GMC Sierra Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 GMC Sierra. Part of Generation 4 (K2XX) — 2014–2018.

2016newer >
Complaints
77
per 10K Sold
3.5
US Sales
217,943
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2017 GMC Sierra Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#122 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:22,106 mi
#219 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:55,740 mi
Crash-related:3
#36 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:19,463 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 GMC Sierra.

Transmission / Drivetrain
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,106
Brakes
19
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
55,740
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,463
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2017 GMC Sierra — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 GMC Sierra reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2017 GMC Sierra has 77 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 GMC Sierra?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (22 complaints, avg 22,106 mi); Brakes (19 complaints, avg 55,740 mi); Electrical Faults (6 complaints, avg 19,463 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 GMC Sierra?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 35,365 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 GMC Sierra?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 GMC Sierra include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 GMC Sierra have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2017 GMC Sierra as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2017 GMC Sierra?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full GMC Sierra reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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